Hearn Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hearn Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Brentwood, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $217,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $147,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$217,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$147,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $70,700 the year before.
50% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $70,700 | 8 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $217,000 | 10 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Hearn Charitable Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Hearn Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 8 | $203,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville Symphony | Contribution | $147,000 |
| Nashville Wine Auction | Contribution | $22,000 |
| Nashville Ballet | Contribution | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross-Tiffany Circle | Contribution | $10,000 |
| The New Beginnings Center | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Barefoot Republic Inc | Contribution | $5,000 |
| The Nashville Repertory Theatre | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation | Contribution | $3,500 |
| Cheekwood Swan Ball | Contribution | $3,500 |
| Friends of Warner Park | Contribution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Vicki Joan Hearn Horne
- Holly Hearn Whaley
Questions people ask
Does Hearn Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hearn Charitable Foundation give?
$217,000 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Hearn Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Vicki Joan Hearn Horne (President) and Holly Hearn Whaley (Secretary).
What does Hearn Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.